Question

the serous membrane covering the heart and lining the mediastinum is referred to as the __________.pericardiumdorsalperitoneumvisceral

Explanation:

The pericardium is the serous membrane that covers the heart and lines the mediastinum. The dorsal refers to the back side. The peritoneum is related to the abdominal cavity. The visceral is a general term for internal organs but not specifically the membrane for the heart and mediastinum.

Answer:

pericardium